Patisserie · Chapel Allerton, Leeds
Simply Cakes Menu & Prices
Here is what you can typically expect on the counter at Simply Cakes: 35 items across 5 sections, from pâtisserie individuelle to boissons.
Indicative menu. Items and prices are typical for this style of bakery and are not supplied by Simply Cakes. Always ask staff about allergens.
Pâtisserie Individuelle
- FraisierVN £7.55 Genoise sponge, fresh strawberries and crème mousseline topped with marzipan.
- Mille-feuilleV £5.65 Caramelised puff pastry layered with vanilla crème pâtissière and feathered fondant.
- Paris-BrestPopularVN £6.15 Ring of choux pastry filled with praline mousseline and dusted with icing sugar.
- Tarte Tatin sliceV £5.75 Caramelised upside-down apple tart on buttery puff pastry, served with crème fraîche.
- OpéraVN £7.20 Almond joconde sponge layered with coffee buttercream and dark chocolate ganache.
- Éclair au chocolatPopularV £5.05 Choux finger filled with rich chocolate crème pâtissière and glossy fondant.
- Saint-HonoréV £6.50 Puff pastry base topped with caramel-dipped choux and light Chiboust cream.
Macarons & Petits Fours
- FlorentinesVNGF £3.80 Crisp almond and candied-peel discs set on a layer of dark chocolate.
- Canelé de BordeauxV £3.50 Caramelised fluted cake with a custardy rum and vanilla centre.
- Chocolate truffles (box of 9)VGF £10.50 Hand-rolled dark chocolate ganache truffles dusted with cocoa.
- Pâte de fruitsVGFDF £7.25 Intensely fruity jellied sweets rolled in sugar, sold by the bag.
- Madeleines (bag of 6)V £5.55 Shell-shaped sponge cakes scented with lemon zest and honey.
- FinancierVN £2.50 Little almond and brown butter cake with a golden crust and moist middle.
- Macarons (box of 6)PopularVGFN £11.00 Assorted almond macarons with smooth shells and ganache or buttercream fillings.
- Single macaronPopularVGFN £2.80 One delicate almond meringue shell in a seasonal flavour such as pistachio or raspberry.
Viennoiserie
- Brioche feuilletéeV £3.55 Buttery laminated brioche with feathery layers and a light sugar glaze.
- Kouign-amannV £4.55 Breton pastry of caramelised butter and sugar layers with a crackly crust.
- Croissant au beurrePopularV £3.15 Classic French croissant made with AOP butter for distinct, crisp layers.
- Escargot aux raisinsV £3.55 Snail-shaped pastry rolled with crème pâtissière and plump raisins.
- Chausson aux pommesV £4.20 Puff pastry turnover with a soft, lightly spiced apple compote filling.
- Pain au chocolatPopularV £3.00 Laminated dough wrapped around dark chocolate batons and baked until glossy.
- Croissant aux amandesVN £4.05 Syrup-soaked croissant filled with almond cream and baked with flaked almonds.
Gâteaux Entiers
- Fraisier (serves 6)VN £41.00 Whole strawberry cake with vanilla mousseline and a pale green marzipan top.
- Tarte aux fruits (serves 8)V £40.00 Large crème pâtissière tart crowned with glazed seasonal fruits.
- Entremets chocolat (serves 6)PopularVN £32.00 Layered dark chocolate mousse cake with a crunchy praline base and mirror glaze.
- Bûche de Noël (seasonal)V £38.00 Rolled chocolate sponge filled with ganache and decorated as a festive log.
- Galette des rois (January)VN £24.00 Puff pastry pie filled with frangipane, complete with a hidden fève and crown.
- Croquembouche (to order)V £91.00 Tower of cream-filled choux bound with spun caramel for celebrations.
- Tarte au citron (serves 8)PopularV £37.50 Large lemon tart with a crisp sweet pastry and Italian meringue peaks.
Boissons
- Iced latteVGF £3.65 Double espresso poured over ice and cold milk for a refreshing pick-me-up.
- Chocolat chaudVGF £5.00 Thick, velvety hot chocolate made with melted dark chocolate and whole milk.
- Thé à la mentheVVGGF £3.70 Fresh mint leaves steeped in hot water, lightly sweetened if you like.
- Café crèmePopularVGF £3.25 Smooth espresso topped with hot, lightly frothed milk in the French style.
- EspressoPopularVVGGF £2.85 Short, intense shot of espresso pulled from freshly ground beans.
- Citron presséVVGGF £3.65 Freshly squeezed lemon juice served with sparkling water and sugar syrup.
Ordering tips for Simply Cakes
- Arrive early for the widest choice – bread and the most popular bakes often sell out by lunchtime.
- Whole and celebration cakes usually need ordering in advance – allow a few days for standard designs and longer for custom work.
- Allergen information must be available on request under UK law – ask before you buy if you have an allergy.
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